Welcome to Galveston National Laboratory
Within this state-of-the-art facility, an extraordinary group of scientists are engaged in efforts to translate research ideas into products aimed at controlling emerging infectious diseases and defending our society against bioterrorism. The GNL is a national resource that complements and enhances UTMB's decades of prominence in biomedical research - as well as provides a world renowned resource for training researchers in infectious diseases.
As one of two National Biocontainment Laboratories constructed with funding awarded in October 2003 by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases/National Institutes of Health (NIAID/NIH), the GNL provides much needed research space and specialized research capabilities to develop therapies, vaccines, and diagnostic tests for naturally occurring emerging diseases such as SARS, West Nile encephalitis and avian influenza – as well as for microbes that might be employed by terrorists. Products likely to emerge from research and investigations within the GNL include novel diagnostic assays, improved therapeutics and treatment models, and preventative measures such as vaccines.
Engaging the Next Generation
UTMB infectious disease experts are committed to inspiring and nuturing the next generation of researchers.
Scientists and researchers in the Galveston National Laboratory dedicate time to a range of programs aimed STEM education. STEM is an acronym for the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. The national effort to engage young minds and insipre them toward careers in science is one that the GNL is proud to participate in. Watch this video to hear from local high school students participating in UTMB's Research and Design class.
Check out the GNL news page for the latest clips on these sorts of educational collaborations.